Fourth chapter's up!Wow Two updates in two days. I believe that's a first. Really though finals at my school are over for now, so this is kind of my way of celebrating. Thanks for the reviews, I always love them. All previous warnings apply.
"Talking"
'Thoughts'
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The voice on the other end of the phone line took on a confused, hesitant tone.
"Why would you need that?" the other man prodded, wary of his friend's motives.
"Just do this for me Zex (1)" Leon barked, patience thinning.
"Okay, okay" the other teen sighed. Leon could hear shifting, and then a sharp snap that signaled the opening of a cell phone.
"Alright listen up Leonhart, cause I'm only gonna tell you this once" the slate haired man muttered. Leon scrambled to grab a pen and paper, scribbling down the slowly recited numbers. Once the number was jotted down Leon said his thanks and hung up, letting the other man return to his previous activities.
"This is so troublesome" Leon growled, as he dialed yet another phone. Hopping up onto the counter behind him the brunette patiently waited for someone to answer, swinging his legs absently as he sat. Seconds later a low voice replied.
"Hello?" the man greeted curiously.
"I need a favor Strife" Leon responded bluntly.
"Aw Squally actually needs help from me?" Cloud questioned teasingly, trying not to let his genuine surprise seep into his tone.
Leon snorted softly and managed to keep himself from firing back with an equally derisive reply.
"Yes" the scarred teen bit out "I need you to watch Sora and Riku for a while at my house".
"Anything for you love" Strife said happily "I'll be there in a few".
The slightly younger boy let out a sigh of relief.
"Thanks Cloud" he mumbled quietly, setting the phone back down immediately after having that said.
Jumping off the counter Leon made his way into the living room and over to the couch where the two preschoolers were staring intently as SpongeBob flitted back and fourth across the screen, letting out that grating laugh of his all the way. Bending down to their level, Leon began to speak.
"Sora, Riku I have to run to the store for a bit."
A look of disappointment flashed across their faces.
"But…" Leon continued "I called someone to keep you company while I'm gone".
Both boys shot each other perplexed looks. Suddenly the bell rang, cutting off any questions the boys may have asked. Leon rolled his eyes and stood back up. Opening it Leon was met with his smirking stand in.
"Daddy's here" the older of the two teens purred, smoothly pushing his way past Leon. The brunette clenched his fists in aggravation, slamming the door behind them.
Cloud sauntered into the living room and grinned.
"Hey kiddos, I'll be here while Squall's out" he greeted.
Riku imitated Leon's earlier action, rolling his eyes discreetly .Cloud walked to stand in front of the children, reaching out to ruffle Riku's lightly colored hair when he got there.
"What's up brat (2)?" the teen asked, as the small boy grimaced. Looking between the two, Sora tugged gently on a spike of his hair trying to figure out what was going on. Cloud caught sight of the other child's expression and flashed what he hoped was a reassuring smile, before ambling back to where Leon was leaning against the door frame. The older boy lifted a hand to gently stroke Leon's cheek.
"Don't worry Le, I've got this covered" he assured.
"Now get" Cloud ordered, turning Leon around and slapping his ass, then shoving him towards the door.
The shorter of the two yelped and turned back to glare indignantly, but said nothing. With one last sigh Leon exited the house, leaving Cloud to handle the children.
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(1) - I figured Zexion would have Cloud's phone number, what with Sephiroth being Cloud's best friend and Zexion's older brother. They would have met.
(2) - Again since he is Sephiroth's best friend, Cloud would have met his family (Riku and Zexion). Riku's not particularly fond of Strife in this .